We’ve all heard the term ‘practice makes perfect’ but evidently, Chevy can go without the practice. The Cruze arrived at your Kansas City used Chevy dealer as in all new model earlier this year and has proved to be quite a mighty force to be reckoned with. Offering high end amenities, a lively yet efficient engine and superb handling and drivability, the Cruze is well equipped to become a frontrunner in the compact car segment.

Inside, KC MO drivers will find luxurious features and amenities that make the Cruze seem much more upscale than its price tag indicates. Even on the base model, your Kansas City used car dealer offers a slew of features including OnStar, a tilt and telescoping steering wheel, a trip computer and full power accessories. Upgrade to the LTZ trim and drivers get automatic climate control, an auto-dimming rearview mirror and illuminated vanity mirrors.

Some automakers are still trying to blend fuel efficiency with a powerful engine, but Chevy managed to do so the first time. The Cruze is one of those rare cars that achieves exceptional gas mileage with an uncompromised performance. The base LS model comes standard with a 1.8-liter inline-4 that packs quite a punch yet still delivers fuel economy ratings of 25 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway.

Upgrade to the Eco trim level and fuel efficiency gets even better. The Eco trim comes standard at your used Chevy dealer with a turbocharged 1.4-liter inline-4 that delivers the same amount of power as the LS trim but manages to achieve 28 mpg in the city and an impressive 42 mpg on the highway.

In addition to an ideal blend of power and efficiency, the Cruze delivers a performance that is as good as it gets. The car’s quiet cabin and smooth ride make for a comfortable drive and its peppy engine and responsive handling make it one of the most enjoyable cars to drive in its class.

While a 2012 Cruze is already in the works, it seems hard to image anything better than the models currently at your used car dealer. Offering a refined interior, combination of power and efficiency and superb drivability, who knows what Chevy will come up with next?